In November 2002, His Majesty King Abdullah Bin Al Hussein introduced “Jordan First” to promote the concept of a modern democratic state. More than a slogan, Jordan First is a plan of action to consolidate the spirit of belonging among citizens, all acting as partners in building and developing Jordan.

Jordan First affirms the primacy of Jordanian interests above other interests. It also aims to spread a culture of respect and tolerance and strengthens the concepts of parliamentary democracy, rule of law, public freedom, accountability, transparency, justice and equal rights.